Dined with my beautiful girlfriend Saturday night for their Grand Opening weekend. Decor was gorgeous. Barn-styled motif with real wood tables. Lots of parking out front but when busy, may need to park on a side street. The building had a wrap around patio and walk-up wine tasting area (I think!). Their Host Stand is…
Quattro Caffe!
This past Monday, March 19th, I had the pleasure of attending a cooking class at the Quattro Caffe in the South Coast Plaza and the whole experience was AMAZING! During my drive home to SoCal from Las Vegas on Friday, March 16th, I received an email from an acquaintance of mine from Beyond Fifteen. I was excited to…
Intazza Coffee Works
I recently enjoyed a breakfast outing with my girlfriend and a mutual friend of ours and her husband. Both women had previously dined at Intazza but us men had not. Intazza is a newer restaurant in Murrieta, California. It’s located in an industrial complex just north of Temecula, off Sky Canyon Road (off Murrieta Hot…
JINYA Ramen Bar
I had the great pleasure of dining at their Burbank location and was blown away. This was my first time enjoying “REAL” ramen and it did not disappoint! I also brought my son for hist first ramen experience. He was a bit skeptical at first but he devoured his bowl quickly! Lycheetini: If you love…
Update…
So I attended the 2017 Western Food Service and Hospitality Expo last week in Los Angeles. I had a great experience this year, trying new food and beverage items. The Los Angeles Convention Center floor was packed with vendors showcasing their products. Like a kid in a candy shop, my eyes lit up. I’ll be…
Cheers & Kanpai!
So a few weeks ago, I attended a craft beer and sake pairing dinner at the RA Sushi Bar and Restaurant in Tustin, California. This was the first of its kind ever and I wanted to share my experience with you. This event was hosted inside the restaurant, on their dining floor. There was approximately…
Part 3: 2016 Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo
You’re done with Part 2 Part 3: Equipment and Miscellaneous The following is a video I snapped of an electric boiler? It is used for pasta. About $8800. I asked if they had a version for oil (as a fryer). Not yet. But take a look. Each basket is programmable with set timers. Pretty cool! Let’s…
Part 2: 2016 Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo
Thanks for reading Part 1: Food! Part 2: Beverages I found the Zevia booth. I had previously tried one of their sparkling sodas (black cherry) when I was at a local gas station. I bought it on impulse; it was inexpensive and I like black cherry soda. At the booth, I tried their ginger ale and…
2016 Western Foodservice and Hospitality Expo – Part 1
So as I was drafting this blog post, I soon realized that it might be too long for one post. So I decided to break it down into three smaller posts – to make it easier for you – the reader. So without any further delay… About two weeks ago, I received an email from…
Western Foodservice and Hospitality Expo
So today I’m headed to the Los Angeles Convention Center to attend the Western Foodservice and Hospitality Expo! I was unable to attend last year (even after receiving a free pass) so there was no way I was going to miss another opportunity to go this year! I am fortunate enough to have made great…
Burger Boss: Boss your burger!
All photo credit to Mariah Papaya
Luna Grill: Temecula!
I normally stay away from the “Mall” in Temecula (aka The Promenade). But the recent launch of PokemonGo has made it a destination spot for players of all ages. (Yes, I am playing PokemonGo – #TeamValor all the way!) So with that, I take my son with me so we can play the game together…
ForkThisPlate 